Understanding Wound Healing Issues: Is It Cellulitis?
Wound healing issues I previously fell and had a large wound on my knee. After a month, although the wound has healed, the surface is still red. Initially, I thought it was just a scar, but recently I've noticed that if I gently press on the red area, it hurts, and it feels ...
Dr. Zhang Jinlong Reply:
Hello: A general wound (possibly an abrasion) that appears red on the surface after a month may be granulation tissue. At this stage, the nerves are gradually growing towards the wound, which can cause tenderness. However, if there is inflammation present, it can also lead to pai...[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing Issues: Is It Cellulitis?
Understanding Nail Issues: When to Seek Medical Help for Infections
Nail problems My son injured his foot, but there was no obvious wound. However, after some time, the area around his toenail started to develop pus. I made a small incision in the skin to try to drain the pus and applied medication immediately. However, his foot not only did not ...
Dr. Lin Zhiguang Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems to be paronychia, which is a bacterial infection around the toenail. You should see a general surgeon or a pediatric surgeon. The incidence of cellulitis is not high, but sometimes partial nail removal is necessary for complete resolutio...[Read More] Understanding Nail Issues: When to Seek Medical Help for Infections
Effective Post-Treatment Strategies for Wounds After Cellulitis
Post-treatment for cellulitis wounds? If you have a wound left from cellulitis, how should it be treated?
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Cellulitis is usually caused by wound infections (redness, swelling, heat, and pain). After treatment, which includes incision and drainage as well as antibiotics, the redness and swelling subside, and the wound heals. Sometimes, it may recur; if it recurs frequently, considerati...[Read More] Effective Post-Treatment Strategies for Wounds After Cellulitis
Diabetes and Cellulitis: Risks of Inadequate Care for Injuries
Diabetes and cellulitis? Hello, the injured person is my aunt, who raised me since I was little, and I care about her very much. My aunt has diabetes, and on a rainy day, she accidentally slipped while riding her scooter. At that time, she only had a bruise on her thigh. After re...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can lead to poor peripheral blood circulation over time. Therefore, if there are wounds present, these wounds may be difficult to heal due to inadequate blood flow. If an infection occurs, the situation can deteriorate rapidly. Consequently, it ...[Read More] Diabetes and Cellulitis: Risks of Inadequate Care for Injuries
Managing Wound Care in Diabetic Patients: Understanding Cellulitis Risks
Diabetes and cellulitis? Hello, my family member has a wound and I want to take good care of it, but they have diabetes. I've heard that people with diabetes need to be careful when handling wounds. Is this true? It seems like two different conditions, so why are they relate...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can lead to peripheral circulatory issues over time. Consequently, if there are wounds present, these wounds may be difficult to heal due to poor blood circulation. If an infection occurs, the situation can deteriorate rapidly. Therefore, it is ...[Read More] Managing Wound Care in Diabetic Patients: Understanding Cellulitis Risks
How to Differentiate Between Folliculitis and Anal Fistula?
How can one distinguish between folliculitis and an anal fistula? Hello Doctor: Recently, I've experienced occasional itching in the anal area. I applied a common anti-inflammatory ointment for minor injuries, but the next day, my buttocks became red and swollen. Later, I no...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your question about folliculitis and the anal canal, the main difference is that the anal canal can be felt as a hard line leading to the anus. Massaging this hard line may sometimes result in the discharge of pus or blood from the anal canal. If it is folli...[Read More] How to Differentiate Between Folliculitis and Anal Fistula?
Managing Sympathetic Dystrophy After Thumb Infection: Treatment Insights
Thumb infection with paronychia complicated by "sympathetic dystrophy." Dear Dr. Zhou, I am writing to discuss my condition following an infection of the left thumb that developed into paronychia and subsequently progressed to cellulitis. I was hospitalized earlier thi...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Please return to the outpatient clinic; that would be more appropriate. 2. Abnormal sensations are common phenomena observed during the nerve regeneration phase. 3. Skin and nail indentations may require further evaluation after a consultation.[Read More] Managing Sympathetic Dystrophy After Thumb Infection: Treatment Insights
Concerns Over Unauthorized Macrolane Injections in Cosmetic Surgery
Administering Macrolane directly to the cheeks without the patient's consent? My sister went to a medical aesthetics clinic on December 3, 2009, to purchase a treatment for cheek augmentation and tear trough filling. The treatment consisted of SubQ 2 c.c. x 2 and Touch 0.5 c...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Basically, legal and approved medications should be used domestically. Of course, unapproved drugs in the market cannot be completely eliminated, possibly due to lower costs. Whether your sister's face has issues may not be absolutely related to legality; after all, her firs...[Read More] Concerns Over Unauthorized Macrolane Injections in Cosmetic Surgery
Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Care for Your Loved Ones
-My father Dear Doctor, My father has been hospitalized today due to cellulitis in his left leg. The surgeon examined his swollen leg and said they would first try antibiotic treatment. If that doesn’t work, they may need to surgically remove the "bad tissue" inside. I...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: Individuals who have experienced significant trauma, especially those involving the skeletal system, often develop recurrent cellulitis after wound healing, which is one of the common sequelae. Based on your description, your father seems to fit this situation. The timing ...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Care for Your Loved Ones
Understanding Cellulitis and Blood Sugar Concerns After Surgery
Medical issues Hello Doctor: My father has a lump on his back below the cervical spine. The doctor diagnosed it as cellulitis, and after surgery, he mentioned that it was several pimples clustered together. The hospital tested his blood sugar after meals (my father has no history...
Dr. Lu Shangbin Reply:
Typically, when there is inflammation in the body, blood glucose levels may be slightly elevated, which is a normal physiological response. Once the inflammation is controlled, blood glucose levels usually return to normal. If there is potential diabetes, measuring HbA1c can prov...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis and Blood Sugar Concerns After Surgery
Understanding Cellulitis: When to See a Specialist for Your Recovery
Cellulitis Hello, doctor! I would like to ask about a condition I experienced over a year ago. I developed cellulitis in my right leg due to a wound infection. At that time, I could only seek treatment at the Hsinchu Military Hospital because of my military status. The doctor men...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Any issues with wounds can be addressed at the plastic surgery consultation. 2. Cellulitis should have healed after more than a year, unless the wound continues to have purulent drainage and redness, swelling, or pain. 3. If the wound has healed, it may not be possible to ...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: When to See a Specialist for Your Recovery
Is It Cellulitis or Eczema? Understanding Skin Infections in Seniors
Is it cellulitis or eczema? Hello Dr. Huang: My father has a small wound on his hand. He said it was likely caused by a mosquito bite last week, but it has turned into a round small sore. He is very reluctant to see a doctor and prefers to treat it himself. He is seventy-four yea...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it doesn't seem to resemble cellulitis very much, but it would still be advisable to seek medical attention for the wound.[Read More] Is It Cellulitis or Eczema? Understanding Skin Infections in Seniors
Understanding Cellulitis: Healing Tips for Foot Wounds
Cellulitis wound on the foot? Hello, a few months ago, due to the hot and humid weather, I suddenly developed a lot of blisters on my feet, which I mistakenly thought were acute athlete's foot. After soaking in vinegar, I ended up with small wounds the size of soybeans. The ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: Your condition may likely be a chemical burn caused by accidental exposure during the medication soaking process, which seems to be a higher possibility. Based on your description, it appears to be a chronic ulcerative wound. It is recommended that you visit a plastic surg...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Healing Tips for Foot Wounds
Understanding Painful and Non-Painful Groin Swellings: Causes and Solutions
A lump has formed in the groin area? Dear Dr. Fan, In the past two years, I have experienced about 3 to 4 episodes where a lump suddenly appears on my body (all located below the navel). Two times it was on the sides of my abdomen, and the other two times it was in the groin ar...
Dr. Fan Zhilian Reply:
A lump in the groin area is mostly either a boil or an abscess, typically caused by infection and inflammation, though a bruise could also be a possibility. Please refrain from using a needle to puncture it, as your needle is not sterilized. It is advisable to visit a hospital fo...[Read More] Understanding Painful and Non-Painful Groin Swellings: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Anal Abscess: Recovery, Fistula Risks, and Symptoms
Anal abscess Hello, Doctor: On July 8, I developed a swelling near my anus, and the doctor diagnosed it as an anal abscess and performed an incision and drainage. Currently, the wound is not painful, approximately 0.5 cm in size, and there is no discharge or bleeding. I have the ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Dear Xiao Ru: 1. After the incision of an anal abscess, it is essential to take sitz baths to prevent the development of cellulitis or incomplete drainage. There is no need to manually squeeze the area. If you diligently take sitz baths, the wound can generally heal in about a w...[Read More] Understanding Anal Abscess: Recovery, Fistula Risks, and Symptoms
Understanding Cellulitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Cellulitis Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you with my personal issue, but I am concerned it may affect my future. On January 13, I noticed a lump that became swollen, and by January 16, I went to the hospital where the doctor diagnosed it as cellulitis and recommended i...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi, Chief of Surgery at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan: Greetings! It is not a case of infection spreading; rather, it is more likely that there is inflammation of the lymphatic tissue. The lymphatic tissue surrounding the cellulitis may ...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Bursa Cysts: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Bursa Hello Dr. Huang, I am a working professional with little exercise during the weekdays and no history of trauma. Recently, I discovered a lump on my left elbow that feels swollen and soft, as if it contains fluid. It is not painful, but there is a strange sensation when pres...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
1. An elbow bursa cyst is generally a result of aseptic inflammation; however, in rare cases, it may become infected due to trauma-induced hematoma, leading to cellulitis. The initial treatment typically involves aspiration of the yellowish fluid, followed by local compression wi...[Read More] Understanding Bursa Cysts: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Understanding Lacerations: Treatment, Risks, and Recovery Insights
Laceration wound Hello Dr. Huang, I fell off my motorcycle on a rainy day and went to the emergency room. I received a deep laceration on the dorsum of my foot that required a single suture (using a stapler-like closure for a wound nearly 5 cm long) and I have severe bruising on...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello, Here are the answers to your questions: 1. There are many factors that can influence wound infection. Common causes include: 1. Incomplete debridement 2. Inadequate hemostasis during closure 3. Poor suturing technique 4. Inadequate wound care. As for using a specific su...[Read More] Understanding Lacerations: Treatment, Risks, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Red Bumps Near the Anus: Causes and Treatment Options
perianal area Could you please tell me what causes many pimple-like red rashes near the anus, and what treatment I should seek? Thank you.
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on the limited information you provided, it is difficult to answer your inquiry. Does your rash hurt or itch? How far is it from the anus? Is there any discharge? What treatments have you undergone? How old are you this year? Is your gen...[Read More] Understanding Red Bumps Near the Anus: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Hardness in Healing Wounds: When to Seek Medical Advice
The wound healing process is accompanied by a firm and swollen area? Previously, I had a laceration on my lower lip that was sutured with non-dissolvable stitches. It has healed now, but the inside of the wound feels hard, and there is no pain when I press on it. When I returned ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: The wound healing process takes several weeks. Initially, there is an inflammatory phase, which is often accompanied by swelling. This is followed by the fibroplastic phase, during which scar tissue forms and the tissue may become hardened; you may be in this phase. Next i...[Read More] Understanding Hardness in Healing Wounds: When to Seek Medical Advice